A priest in Ebonyi State, who was kidnapped yesterday in Isu, Onicha local government area, has regained his freedom, police stated. Channels reports.
Joseph Azubuike, a priest of Saint Charles Parish, Mgbaleze Isu, in Onicha LGA, who was kidnapped with three others, was released unhurt.Information Guide Nigeria
Onome Onovwakpoyeya, the spokesperson of Ebonyi Police Command, said the priest was freed at about 6 p.m. on Tuesday.
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“Rev. Father Joseph Azubuike has been rescued unhurt, hale and hearty as a result of the concerted efforts of the operatives of the command,” Onovwakpoyeya, a superintendent of police, said.JAMB Result
“Serious manhunt is on for the perpetrators who escaped during the rescue mission. The Rev. Father is in hospital now for medical checks.”
The gunmen abducted Azubuike near his parish, on his way back from pastoral duties, according to a statement from the Abakiliki Diocese.NYSC Portal
“He was abducted alongside three other people. The abductors are making financial demands, but with your prayers, we are going to have them back unconditionally,” the statement added.
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